§ Sir S. Reedasked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether it is proposed to give effect to the recommendation of the panel of engineers, appointed to review the conclusions of the Severn Barrage Committee 1280W in the light of later engineering experience, that a new tidal model be constructed and the dock authorities concerned given the opportunity of being represented on a committee of hydraulic experts who would supervise the construction and operation of the new model.
§ Mr. ShinwellThe various problems arising from the report of the panel of engineers on the Severn Barrage, including the need to proceed with the proposed tidal model, are under consideration. I shall in due course make a statement on the matter.